DENT 6035EX Contemporary Restorative Practice C
DENT 6035EX Contemporary Restorative Practice C is a 4-unit, intensive, external-studies course available in semester 1
2008. During a 16-week period participants study from home and visit
Adelaide for one week.
This course is designed for overseas-trained dentists preparing for study in Australia or for ADC examinations. It covers the theory and practice of contemporary techniques
required in Australian general dental practice. Topics include
intra-oral and panoramic radiography, local anaesthesia, minimally
invasive dentistry, current operative techniques, fixed and removable
prosthodontics, periodontics and endodontics.
Independent, self-directed study is supported by paper-based and
electronic resources from the Bachelor of Dental Surgery program.
Participants also have access to the large dental collection of the
University Library.
School of Dentistry staff will keep in touch with and assist
participants by phone, letter, university student e-mail and through
the use of regular online discussions.
We expect participants to attend the Adelaide Dental School in November
for an intensive block of supervised, hands-on technique classes.
Exercises in basic restorative dentistry, radiography, crown and
bridge, periodontics and endodontics are planned. Students will also
have a chance to look at instruments and materials available on the
Australian market.
Assessment
Includes, written assignments, diagnostic and treatment planning exercises, weekly online discussions and technique exercises.
Fees
International students: $5,664
Australian students: $4,592
Assumed knowledge
Undergraduate dental surgery. English language requirements apply to international applicants.
Applications must be received in the School of Dentistry no later than 5.00pm Friday 25th January 2008.
FOR AN APPLICATION FORM OR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT
Ms Norma Russo
Phone: +61 8 8303 6069
E-mail: norma.russo@adelaide.edu.au
Draft Schedule For Semester 1, 2008
Orientation week
Familiarise yourself with the course and online materials on MyUni
MyUni discussion board – open all week – introduce yourself and practise use of the discussion board
Private study - infection control using online materials on MyUni and pre-reading for Week 1
The regular schedule begins from 3rd March with reading and preparation
prior to the weekly online MyUni discussions on Tuesdays or Wednesdays
at 5.15pm Central Daylight Saving/Standard Time
Week 1
Private study - local anaesthesia using online materials on MyUni
MyUni discussion - general discussion on local anaesthesia
Week 2
Private study - Radiography & Rubber dam using your own resources and readings provided by post
MyUni discussion - online exercises in radiographic anatomy and diagnosis
Week 3
Private study - Minimally invasive dentistry - preventive / non-surgical using online materials
Assignment due - Rubber dam – advantages and disadvantages.
MyUni discussion - extractions, common drugs and bleeding
Week 4
Private study - Dental materials using your own resources and online materials on MyUni
MyUni discussion – more on common drugs OR agreed topic to be negotiated
Week 5
Private study - Minimally invasive dentistry using online materials
MyUni discussion - of surgical management of minimal caries
Week 6
Private study – More minimally invasive dentistry using online materials
MyUni discussion - of surgical management of extensive caries
Week 7
Private study - Dynamics of the oral environment using online materials and readings provided by post
MyUni discussion - of the nature and importance of saliva
Assignment due - dental erosion
Week 8
Private study - Oral medicine using materials online and recommended readings from the British Dental Journal
MyUni discussion - extractions, common drugs and bleeding
Week 9
Private study - Periodontics using materials online and recommended readings
MyUni discussion - of periodontal examination/assessment & diagnosis
Week 10
Private study – Periodontics using materials online and recommended readings
MyUni discussion - of initial treatment & maintenance treatment/supportive therapy
Week 11
Private study - Removable prosthodontics using your own resources and readings provided by post
MyUni discussion - of periodontal & systemic diseases
Assignment due - patient case RF
Week 12
Endodontics and pain diagnosis using your own resources and readings provided by post
MyUni discussion - immediate dentures for discussion
Week 13
Endodontics and pain diagnosis using your own resources and readings provided by post
MyUni discussion – pain patient 1/pain history for discussion
Week 14
Fixed prosthodontics using your own resources and materials online
MyUni discussion - patient case Mr B for discussion
Assignment due - pain patient 2
Week 15
Overview of implants recommended readings from the British Dental Journal
MyUni discussion – implants
Week 16
Hands-on block in Adelaide Sunday 15th June to Friday 20th June.
Requirements and Assessment
For a successful semester students need
- a positive attitude to reviewing and building upon materials covered during their basic degree
- good internet access – preferably broadband access
- computer with good quality monitor for viewing photographs and radiographs
- ability to cover the costs of travel to and from Adelaide plus food and accommodation for 6 days.
Written assignments are always due by 5.00pm on the Friday of the
week indicated and may be submitted electronically by e-mail or digital
drop box on MyUni. Electronic submissions by e-mail must be attached
documents and not the body of the e-mail itself. Criteria for
assignments will be provided and referencing methods will be advised.
Students must complete all assignments which will be graded as
unsatisfactory or satisfactory. One opportunity for redemption will be
allowed for an unsatisfactory assignment.
Students must participate in 75% of the online discussions.
Participation means making at least four contributions to each
discussion.
While in Adelaide for the hands-on block students must complete
satisfactorily all exercises set down. This block normally contains
- Orientation to the technical block, dental hospital and campus
- 6
hours of laboratory based exercises in each of the following –
endodontics, simple operative dentistry and fixed prosthodontics
- 3 hours intra-oral radiographic technique
- 3 hours rubber dam placement (including videos)
- 3 hours of lectures on current operative dentistry techniques & materials
- 3 hours of lecture and seminar on radiology and periodontics
- 3 hour discussion session – periodontics & treatment planning exercise (removable prosthodontics)
- access to product information
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